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HAPPY CHILDREN KINDERGARTEN OY

Deadline Dec 15

Early Childhood Education and Care, Practical Nurse

Early Childhood Educator

Posted Oct 7 (21 days ago) · Last updated Oct 28 · Open 21 days, longer than the usual 8 for this role

Key facts

Early childhood educator in Helsinki; applicants need recognised qualifications and must currently live in Finland.

How this salary compares

Estimated €3,473 - €3,4806% above mid-level roles
This salary is competitive with the market medianBased on 374 job postings
Monthly salary comparison for Early Childhood Educator
MarketLower bound (25th percentile)MedianUpper bound (75th percentile)
mid-level roles€3,062 per month€3,450 per month€3,735 per month
This offer€3,473 per month€3,477 per month€3,480 per month

Statistics Finland’s earnings for the occupation group “Early childhood educators” (2024), raised to July–September 2026. Job ads only set the differences by place and level. · Data and reuse

Est. take-home €2,638 - €2,642

Where and how
HelsinkiOnsiteMid-Level
Languages required
English, Finnish

Original job ad

Translated by JobCrawls from the Finnish ad.

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Key Responsibilities Plan and implement engaging lessons and pedagogical activities that promote learning and development. Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment. Monitor and assess children's progress and maintain developmental records. Encourage social skills, creativity, independence, and problem-solving abilities. Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all children. Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding children's progress and needs. Implement positive pedagogy techniques. Prepare educational materials and maintain a clean, organized learning environment. Collaborate with colleagues and supporting staff in daycare daily operation. Adhere to childcare regulations, policies, and professional standards. Essential Eligibility Criteria: You must currently live in Finland. You must be a fully qualified Daycare Practical Nurse. Your qualification must be recognised by the Finnish National Agency for Education (OPH). Attach your full CV and Practical Nurse (Lastenhoitaja) qualification certificate. Only applicants who meet all of the above criteria will be considered. Email your full CV and qualification certificate to admin@happychildren.fi.

About the role

Summarised by JobCrawls from the job ad above.

Requirements

  • Currently reside in Finland
  • Be fully qualified as a daycare practical nurse
  • Qualification recognised by the Finnish National Agency for Education (OPH)
  • Submit a full CV and qualification certificate

Responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver engaging lessons and pedagogical activities
  • Foster a positive, inclusive learning environment
  • Monitor children's progress and maintain developmental records
  • Encourage social skills, creativity, independence and problem-solving
  • Ensure children's health, safety and well-being
  • Communicate with parents and guardians about children's progress and needs
  • Use positive pedagogical guidance
  • Prepare educational materials and maintain an orderly learning environment
  • Collaborate with colleagues and support staff in daily daycare operations
  • Follow childcare regulations, policies and professional standards

Skills & technologies

Lesson PlanningPedagogical ActivitiesChild Development MonitoringDevelopmental RecordkeepingPositive GuidanceParent CommunicationEducational Materials PreparationClassroom OrganisationChild Health And Safety

Recruitment process

  1. Email your full CV and qualification certificate to admin@happychildren.fi
  2. Only applicants meeting all eligibility criteria will be considered

About HAPPY CHILDREN KINDERGARTEN OY

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About the employer

HAPPY CHILDREN KINDERGARTEN OY provides early childhood education in an international, multicultural and inclusive setting. Its Helsinki centre has a private outdoor playground and is located beside Central Park, with public transport access and nearby parking.

Core values
InclusivityDiversityRespectChild-centred learningWell-beingIndependence

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